Freight from China spikes 300% ahead of potential tariff return; Beijing offloads billions in U.S. Treasuries.
Sectors & Industries
May 19, 2025
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Markets may celebrate the 90-day U.S.-China tariff pause, but tensions persist. Freight shipments from China jumped nearly 300% as firms rush to beat a potential tariff snapback, straining ports ahead of peak retail season. China sold $27.6B in U.S. Treasury bonds in March, falling to the No. 3 U.S. debt holder—a sign of decoupling from the U.S.
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